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Martha Burtraw Obituary

Martha M. Burtraw

Grand Ledge

Martha M. Burtraw, 94, born July 29, 1921 in Lansing, MI, daughter of the late Edward and Natalie (Pletz) Maron, passed away February 1, 2016 at home where she lived with her grandchildren.  Martha was a graduate of Lansing Central High School, Class of 1939, member of Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran Church and the Grand Ledge Country Club. 

Martha is survived by her daughter Jan Kebler, grandson R. Scott (Vicki) Kebler, granddaughter Karen (Durl) Jackson; three great grandchildren: Anthony, Randy and Isabelle Kebler, and sister-in-law Eileen Maron.  She was predeceased by her husband of 63 years, Clarence in 2010, brother Edward Maron and sister Edna Belknap.

Memorial services will be held at Tuesday, February 9, 2016 at 11:00 a.m. at the Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran Church, 7740 W. St. Joseph Hwy., Lansing.  The family will receive friends Monday, February 8th from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. at the Peters & Murray Funeral Home, Grand Ledge.  In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be given to Shepherd of the Hills Endowment Fund.  www.petersandmurrayfuneralhome.com.

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Published by Grand Ledge Independent on Feb. 7, 2016.

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Marilyn and Torben Holm

February 8, 2016

I have so many wonderful memories of my Aunt Mart.
Will miss being at your memorial service.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you, Jan and family.
Love, Torben and Marilyn Holm

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